House Officer (Limited Permit Physician) - Dept. Medicine - Gastroenterology

Wyckoff Heights Medical Center is seeking a highly motivated and talented physician to join our team of House Officers (Limited Permit Physician). We serve a culturally diverse population with a wide spectrum of medical conditions. As House Officer, you will work under the supervision of an Attending Physician to deliver high-quality patient care within the guidelines and limitations set forth by the New York State Education Department and the supervising physician/facility.

Wyckoff Heights Medical Center is a 220-bed teaching hospital located in a residential neighborhood directly on the border of northern Brooklyn and Western Queens. We serve a variety of cultural and ethnic communities. We are committed to quality [https://www.tbh.org/about-us/brooklynquality] and compassion in addressing the healthcare needs of urban neighborhoods.

The House Officer (Limited Permit Physician) will provide medical care to patients under the supervision of a fully licensed and registered New York State physician. This role is designed for individuals who have met most of the requirements for medical licensure in NYS but may not yet have completed all examinations or residency requirements. The Limited Permit Physician will contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient care within the guidelines and limitations set forth by the New York State Education Department and the supervising physician/facility.

Responsibilities

• All applicants are required to fulfill the below responsibilities under the general supervision of fully licensed providers.
• Conduct patient examinations, obtain medical histories, and document findings accurately and comprehensively.
• Develop and implement patient care plans in collaboration with the supervising physician.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., laboratory work, imaging) under the direction of the supervising physician.
• Provide appropriate medical treatment and management of patient conditions as directed by the supervising physician.
• Prescribe medications (if permitted under the supervising physician's scope and facility policies).
• Perform medical procedures within the scope of their training and as authorized by the supervising physician.
• Provide patient education and counseling on health maintenance, disease management, and treatment plans.